1987 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 464 kg more than 1960 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Corsica | Herald |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2320 mm |
